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The health benefits of honey – and how to spot the fake stuff
Is honey healthier than sugar? Is expensive better? Here's what the experts say.
Opinion: How social media gave rise to fraudulent wellness influencers like Belle Gibson
OPINION: Her story is only the tip of the iceberg of influencers exploiting health trends.
Why am I always tired after work? Experts say they have the answer
Can't get off the couch after work? You're not alone, and there's a legitimate reason why.
Cycle syncing travel plans: Helpful tactic or waste of time?
We ask experts about the benefits of factoring their period into their plans.
Nit good at all: Head lice frustrations driving rise in risky treatments
Parents are resorting to using kerosene, fly spray and flea treatment to get rid of nits.
The best food combinations to boost your gut health
A nutritionist runs through all the food pairings that benefit your microbiome.
Kiwi period care brand AWWA acquired by North American giant
Somedays is the North American leader in natural period pain relief products.
The unloved root vegetable that improves your gut health
It’s time to put this much-maligned vegetable on the menu.
‘Life-saver’: Women praise Kmart’s budget-friendly duplicate of $170 item
The cheap gadget is quickly becoming a must-have for those dealing with period pain.
Cancer-fighting fibre essentials: Why your diet needs more than just protein
Fibre, unlike oh-so-popular protein, is the unsung hero of the modern diet.
Full-fat, trim or oat: What milk really is good for you?
From boosting mood to protecting bones, how does milk stack up against the alternatives?
The centuries-old, incredibly male quest to live forever
New York Times: Despite historical failures, the pursuit of a longer life continues.
I was drinking 28 litres of fizzy drinks per week – this is why I quit
OPINION: She'd drink up to 14 large bottles a week. So what made her break the habit?
‘Clubbing necessity’: How Gen Z music lovers are making earplugs cool
Hearing loss affects one in six Kiwis - and it's expected one in four will suffer by 2050.
What happens to your health if you stop having sex?
Could not having sex be good for you or is it harmful to your overall wellbeing?
What giving up bread really does for your health
She ditched bread for a health reset. But can she give it up for good?
Eight myths about breakfast that scientists want to bust
Many of us have given up on breakfast – but it’s time to reconsider.
The five ultra-processed foods cardiologists want you to avoid
Diet fads may come and go, but no-joke rules about our heart health are clear to experts.
Ozempic ‘could help patients with Alzheimer’s’
Experts believe role of the medication in reducing inflammation in the body is key.
Five ways to manage your drinking habits this Christmas
How to lessen the effects of the night before this party season.
Drugs like ibuprofen can damage our gut lining
Anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen have been linked to serious health problems.
Seven ways to ‘cure’ your hangover
Let go of myths like 'hair of the dog' – hangovers require a multifaceted approach.
‘Real danger’: The nostalgic Kiwi food item that should be banned
It's an iconic symbol of childhood nostalgia, but the colourful treat has a dark side.
Analysis: What is methanol and how does it get into drinks and cause harm?
ANALYSIS: Methanol poisoning can cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
The deadly problem with quartz kitchen worktops – and what you should choose instead
Cases of a fatal lung disease have risen among tradies working with engineered quartz.
Is pesto actually healthy?
Not all pestos are equal, here's everything you need to know about this condiment.
Millionaire injects himself in attempt to ‘age backwards’. His face then ‘blows up’
Bryan Johnson is known for outlandish health treatments to regain the body of a teenager.